Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | BMW Z4 | |
Engine | supercharged 5.4L V8 OHC-3v 469 hp@6100 516 lb-ft@2650 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 98.2 in | 14.2 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 161.9 in | 29 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 70.1 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 49.9 in | 8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4277 lb. | 3219 lb. | 1058 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 37.3 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 52.5 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.0 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 35.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 11.9 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.9 ft3 | 11.9 ft3 | 57 ft3 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable, firm seating,even after very long drives. The combination of lumbar support and heat leaves me refreshed after eight- and nine-hour drives. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room and has adjustments on multicontour seats. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I could fall asleep in this thing. Great seat heaters and adjustability. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat room for front passengers is excellent, and there is still enough room for rear passengers. We had an Acura TL before, and it was far less roomy than the E500. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
headroom, legroom see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
headroom,legroom see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
enough leg room for a six-footer (unlike the Miata we almost bought) see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |